Issues related to animal welfare and protection were discussed at a meeting between the Mayor of Ayia Napa and the President of the Party for the Animals of Cyprus, Kyriakos Kyriakou, which was also attended by officials from both sides.
A written announcement of the Municipality of Ayia Napa states that "the main topic of discussion was the animal sterilization program, for which it was agreed that the Municipality will bid, so that the specific program that will be implemented with the participation and assistance of the District Party Committee. It was also agreed to organize a day to inform the citizens ".
The meeting also discussed "the issue of creating a European standard of space standards for keeping abandoned dogs, the marking of all animals with microchips and their registration in the Municipality, harassment and the creation of a park for animals. The delegation was also informed by the Mayor about the effort made by the Municipality to find a new beach for dogs ".
According to the announcement, the Mayor Giannis Karousos stated after the meeting that the Municipality will promote to resolve all the issues that were discussed.
On his part, Mr. Kyriakou thanked the Mayor for his interest and the readiness he showed to solve the problems.
Source: KYPE